The 2025 Acura RDX is a premium sport crossover SUV for individuals and small families seeking a daily driver. The 2025 Acura MDX is a premium SUV for growing families. This guide from our Acura dealership can help you choose the right model.
Size & Maneuverability
Both the 2025 RDX and the 2025 MDX have compact dimensions and are easy to handle across bustling city streets, but the five-seater RDX is more compact. This crossover is built on a 108.3-inch wheelbase and has a total length of 187.4 inches. With a width of 74.8 inches, it can easily fit in tight spots. It also has a ground clearance of 8.2 inches, which means it can handle asphalt roads and dirt paths alike.
The seven-seater MDX is built on a 113.8-inch wheelbase and has a total length of 198.4 inches. This SUV is about four inches wider than the RDX, and it has a ground clearance of 7.3 inches, features that make it a better choice for urban driving and road trips.
Engines & Performance
While both models have sport-inspired powertrains, the MDX is more powerful. This SUV comes standard with a 290-hp 3.5L V6 engine, while the range-topper Type S trim brings more sportiness with a turbocharged engine that pumps out 355 horsepower. All RDX models draw power from a 272-hp 2.0L VTEC Turbo engine.
With the base powertrain, the MDX impresses with EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of up to 26 MPG on the highway. The RDX provides up to 27 MPG on the highway and 23 MPG combined.
Interior & Cargo Capacity
With a passenger volume of 104 cubic feet and 42 inches of legroom in the front row, the RDX delivers a comfortable driving experience. The second row is also perfectly sized for adults, offering 38 inches of legroom. Behind the rear seats, the main cargo area boasts a volume of 29.5 cubic feet, which can expand up to a maximum of 79.8 cubic feet behind the front seats.
The MDX has an ample cabin with 41.6 inches of legroom in the front row, 38.5 inches in the second row, and 29.1 inches in the third row. The second-row bench has seats for three and boasts a multifunctional design with a removable middle seat, so you can easily turn the bench into lavish captain’s chairs. Behind the rear seats, the main cargo area has a capacity of 16.3 cubic feet, which expands up to 95 cubic feet behind the front seats.
When you’re ready to take the next step and discover all the features each of these models offers, visit us at Grubbs Acura in Grapevine, TX. We will be here to schedule your test drive.
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